This Shark Rotator Pet Pro Lift Away is similar to our previous Shark vacuum. It is notably lighter than the older model. The power switch is not located on the handle. It is a red flip switch. The middle switch position is for bare floors and the all the way on position is for carpets. There is an additional switch on the handle for carpet choices. We chose this model because it has the front roller, plus the fin roller. It does a nice job picking up the kitty litter our cats throw out of the litter box. It is also getting a lot of dust and cat hair out of the carpet.

Like others here, I am replacing an old Dyson and this is the first vacuum I've found that comes pretty close to the Dyson when it comes to suction. I wish the vacuum was a little wider, but it doesn't kill me to make a few more passes. This Shark is noticeably lighter in weight, which is great. The plastic feels 'cheaper' and not as sturdy as the Dyson. I don't know how long this machine will last but it won't get rough use with me, so hopefully it will go a long time. It has a scent puck that evidentially must be used for the machine to work. I haven't noticed any detectable scent so I suspect it's a way to add an additional money stream from the consumer for the life of the vacuum. They aren't real expensive so I'll suck it up and buy them twice a year. The cord is a little shorter than the Dyson, but the Shark is not as loud. All in all, I like this vacuum and while I don't think it's better than the Dyson, it is a close second for a much more affordable price. So far, I'm happy with this vacuum.

Really great at suctioning up pet hair and has a nice smell when vacuuming

Disappointed. This vacuum does not get under furniture and beds like my old shark cacum

Well built strong vacumm.

Quite running with good suction.

i am not satisfied with quality and operation

The best vacuum I've had since Kenmore went out of business

Works great and sucks up the smallest dust particles!

This vacuum works well and is easy to use.